Pivot Facebook fails a civil rights audit, college campuses will be "mini-Wuhans", and can the Trump admin ban TikTok?
Jul 10, 2020
Dive into the discussion about Facebook's troubling civil rights audit and Sheryl Sandberg's response. Explore the potential U.S. ban on TikTok, highlighting its political ramifications. Listeners weigh in on why college tuition remains unchanged despite a shift to online courses. Scott predicts economic fallout from visa restrictions on foreign students. The hosts tackle the broader challenges facing social media platforms and the implications for free speech on college campuses.
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Twitter Subscription Model
- Twitter might explore a subscription model due to the limitations of ad-supported media for platforms without massive scale.
- Their loyal user base and valuable product create potential for a successful subscription service.
PPP Loan Fraud
- PPP loan data reveals potential fraud involving undeserving recipients, including Trump-related individuals.
- This will lead to ongoing investigations by reporters.
Robinhood's Predatory Nature
- Robinhood users are more likely to engage in risky trading behavior, especially with options.
- The platform's design encourages gambling-like behavior.